Ashford University

Ashford University's Second Virtual Career Fair Slated for October 7, 2020

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Monday, September 14, 2020

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Ashford University has partnered with Symplicity Career Services Manager (CSM) to host the university's second Virtual Career Fair on October 7, 2020, from noon 6 PM PT.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Sept. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Ashford University has partnered with Symplicity Career Services Manager (CSM) to host the university's second Virtual Career Fair on October 7, 2020, from noon 6 PM PT.
  • The fair will be aligned with Ashford's Fall 2020 Commencement event as an additional way for students and alumni from all degree programs and class levels to connect.
  • The event follows Ashford's first-ever Virtual Career Fair held in July 2020, hosted in partnership with CareerEco.
  • "I'm thankful for this event and recommend future Ashford University Virtual Career Fairs to students and alumni."

Ashford University Partners with CareerEco to Host Successful First-Ever Virtual Career Fair

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Wednesday, August 19, 2020

SAN DIEGO, Aug. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Ashford University's Career Services partnered with new virtual recruiting platform CareerEco to host the university's first-ever Virtual Career Fair on July 29, 2020.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Aug. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Ashford University's Career Services partnered with new virtual recruiting platform CareerEco to host the university's first-ever Virtual Career Fair on July 29, 2020.
  • "The virtual career fair presented a great opportunity for our students and alumni to meet with employers online, and explore available opportunities across the United States," said Grace Williamson, Director of Career Services and Alumni Relations at Ashford.
  • "I did make some great connections and was fully emerged in this event," said Flory Seidel, career fair participant, 2020 Ashford doctoral candidate, and 2015 MBA graduate.
  • Ashford plans to host another virtual career fair in the near future.

Ashford University Announces New Advisory Council for MBA Program at Forbes School of Business & Technology

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Tuesday, August 18, 2020

SAN DIEGO, Aug. 18, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Forbes School of Business & Technology (FSBT) at Ashford Universityhas announced the formation of a new Masters of Business Administration (MBA) advisory committee.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Aug. 18, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Forbes School of Business & Technology (FSBT) at Ashford Universityhas announced the formation of a new Masters of Business Administration (MBA) advisory committee.
  • The following business experts have been appointed to the new MBA advisory committee:
    Kevin Allen is founder and CEO of E.I.
  • Games' courseware is used at companies including Google, Oracle, and Expedia, as well as universities such as Arizona State, Ashford University's Forbes School of Business & Technology, and Harvard School of Design.
  • Dr. Minnick serves as Lead Faculty for the MBA program and Professor in the Forbes School of Business & Technology.

Ashford University Awards Academic Scholarships to Parents of Elementary Students and Elementary School Teacher

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Wednesday, August 12, 2020

Lina Tretyak, a teacher at Lea Hill/Pioneer Elementary in Auburn, Wash., was awarded a full graduate scholarship to Ashford's College of Arts & Sciences.

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  • Lina Tretyak, a teacher at Lea Hill/Pioneer Elementary in Auburn, Wash., was awarded a full graduate scholarship to Ashford's College of Arts & Sciences.
  • To be considered for the scholarship, parents and teachers involved with No Excuses University schools submitted essays detailing what it means to them to be part of a school in the No Excuses University network.
  • This is the fifth consecutive year Ashford University is granting these scholarships, which cover full program tuition and provide a waiver for technology fees.
  • Flexible schedules, innovative delivery, and accessible academic support tools help working students balance busy lives with academic studies.

Ashford University Awards Academic Scholarship to San Diego Resident

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Wednesday, August 12, 2020

SAN DIEGO, Aug. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of Ashford University's continuing partnership with the No Excuses University network of schools, Ashford recently awarded a San Diego resident with a scholarship to attend the university and further his education.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Aug. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of Ashford University's continuing partnership with the No Excuses University network of schools, Ashford recently awarded a San Diego resident with a scholarship to attend the university and further his education.
  • Eugene Catibog, a parent of a student at Sunset Hill Elementary in San Diego, was awarded a full undergraduate scholarship to the Forbes School of Business & Technology at Ashford University.
  • To be considered for the scholarship, parents and teachers involved with No Excuses University schools submitted essays detailing what it means to them to be part of a school in the No Excuses University network.
  • This is the fifth consecutive year Ashford University is granting these scholarships, which cover full program tuition and provide a waiver for technology fees.

Ashford University Awards Academic Scholarship to Auburn, Wash. Elementary School Teacher

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Wednesday, August 12, 2020

SAN DIEGO, Aug. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of Ashford University's continuing partnership with the No Excuses University network of schools, Ashford recently awarded an Auburn, Wash. elementary school teacher with a scholarship to attend the university and further her education.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Aug. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of Ashford University's continuing partnership with the No Excuses University network of schools, Ashford recently awarded an Auburn, Wash. elementary school teacher with a scholarship to attend the university and further her education.
  • Lina Tretyak, a teacher at Lea Hill/Pioneer Elementary in Auburn, was awarded a full graduate scholarship to Ashford's College of Arts & Sciences.
  • To be considered for the scholarship, parents and teachers involved with No Excuses University schools submitted essays detailing what it means to them to be part of a school in the No Excuses University network.
  • This is the fifth consecutive year Ashford University is granting these scholarships, which cover full program tuition and provide a waiver for technology fees.

Ashford University Awards Academic Scholarship to Logansport, Ind. Resident

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Tuesday, August 11, 2020

resident with a scholarship to attend the university and further her education.

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  • resident with a scholarship to attend the university and further her education.
  • Michelle Balderas, a parent oftwo students at Fairview Elementary in Logansport and a Tyson Foods employee, was awarded a full undergraduate scholarship to the Forbes School of Business & Technology at Ashford University.
  • To be considered for the scholarship, parents and teachers involved with No Excuses University schools submitted essays detailing what it means to them to be part of a school in the No Excuses University network.
  • This is the fifth consecutive year Ashford University is granting these scholarships, which cover full program tuition and provide a waiver for technology fees.

University of Arizona Announces Intent to Create 'The University of Arizona Global Campus' Through Acquisition of Ashford University

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Monday, August 3, 2020

The University of Arizona Global Campus will remain as a separate university with its own academic programs, accreditation, and faculty.

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  • The University of Arizona Global Campus will remain as a separate university with its own academic programs, accreditation, and faculty.
  • "After the process, we look forward to returning to our roots as a nonprofit institution and becoming The University of Arizona Global Campus."
  • The University of Arizona Global Campus will bring to the University of Arizona community a strong geographic representation outside of Arizona.
  • The University of Arizona Global Campus will maintain its current accreditation with the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).

Zovio and University of Arizona Announce Transformational Higher Ed Agreement

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Monday, August 3, 2020

Zovio will continue to provide its high-quality, innovative education technology services under a long-term Strategic Services Agreement.

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  • Zovio will continue to provide its high-quality, innovative education technology services under a long-term Strategic Services Agreement.
  • The new non-profit entity, The University of Arizona Global Campus, will acquire Ashford University and be fully-online, with its own accreditation, programs, and faculty in affiliation with the University of Arizona.
  • "That is why we're excited to partner with University of Arizona in support of their vision to expand access and provide innovative learning solutions to help the University of Arizona meet students where they are."
  • "The University of Arizona Global Campus truly represents a forward-thinking approach to higher education.

Ashford University Partners with PeopleGrove to Create Alliance for Enhanced Networking Opportunities for Students and Alumni

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Friday, July 31, 2020

This online platform designed by PeopleGrove empowers students and universities to tap into their network of alumni, parents, and friends for short-term, project-based work.

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  • This online platform designed by PeopleGrove empowers students and universities to tap into their network of alumni, parents, and friends for short-term, project-based work.
  • Ashford, the only online university currently participating in BridgesAlliance, joins 40 other college and university network members, including Stanford University, Wellesley College, Johns Hopkins University, and Georgia State University, among others.
  • To learn more about BridgesAlliance, please visit https://bridgesalliance.org
    Ashford University is a recognized leader and innovator in distance learning and online education.
  • Ashford offers associate, bachelor's, master's,and doctoral degree programs .For more information, please visit www.ashford.edu , www.facebook.com/ashforduniversity , or www.twitter.com/AshfordU .